TRAVEl TIPS TO AFRICA Getting there: On arrival to Entebbe international airport, which takes 40kms from the capital city of Kampala, is serviced by a number of international airlines, includes SN Brussels, British airways, south African airways, Kenyan airways, Air Tanzania, Rwanda Express airways, Egypt air ways, Ethiopian Airlines. Uganda can also be reached overland from Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania. On arrival: Customs and immigration official are polite are efficient, and a visa for those who require one- can be purchased on the spot at Entebbe international airport or at any overland border. Foreign exchange and ATM facilities are available at the airport, which is also serviced by several shops and restaurant. Most midrange to up market hotels in Kampala and Entebbe will arrange airport transfer by request, as will any tour operators based in or around the capital. Local time is GMT+3. Health: A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required. All visitors should take malaria prophylactic drug. It is advisable to drink bottled rather than tap water at times its always included in the packages to those companies with customer care. Share the link http//www.trekugandasafaris.com Money: The currency is in Uganda shillings, Kenya shillings, Amafaranga for Rwanda and lastly Tanzanian shillings accord to the specified country of your choice. The US dollar is traditionally the hard currency of preferences, but Euro and pounds sterling are widely accepted. Hard currency cash can be changed for local currency at banks and private bureau de change in all large towns, but travelers, cheques are not widely accepted outside Kampala. Local currency can be drawn against visa and other major credit cards at selected ATMs in Kampala, at Entebbe international Airport, and in a few other large towns. Language: Educated Ugandans are generally fluent in English, which is the official language. Of 30-plus different indigenous languages, Luganda serves as something of a lingua franca. When to visit: Uganda can be visited at any time, though mountain hikes, gorilla tracking and other forest walks are more challenging during the rains, which generally peak over mid-September` to November and march to May. What to wear: Day time temperature are generally warm to hot, so bring lots of high clothing’s during evening hours temperatures are cooler, especially at high altitudes, so carry a couple of light sweaters too. Those who wish to hike on the mountain will be exposed to alpine temperature and should pack accordingly. It is also advisable to come with solid walking shoes and sturdy clothing is ideal for forest walk. Lastly but not the least you should come a long with hats, sun glasses and a water proof jacket. Driving: Driving is on the left side of the road. For the visitors who are not experienced using African roads should hire drivers other than self drive. Foods and drinks: African hotels serve good western style meals, while a wider range of cuisines being available in the capital and some larger towns. Local restaurant serve Uganda dishes, typically Ugali (stiff maize porridge) motooke (cooked banana) eaten with stew. What to buy: A wide selection of local handicrafts is available to be given as souvenirs. These includes musical instruments, such as the hide drums made in the vicinity of mpigi as well as the excellent local basketwork among others. Further information: www.trekugandasafaris.com info@trekugandasafaris.com direct line: +256783654766 facebook@trekugandasafaris.com TRAVE TIPS TO AFRICA Getting there: On arrival to Entebbe international airport, which takes 40kms from the capital city of Kampala, is serviced by a number of international airlines, includes SN Brussels, British airways, south African airways, Kenyan airways, Air Tanzania, Rwanda Express airways, Egypt air ways, Ethiopian Airlines. Uganda can also be reached overland from Kenya, Rwanda and Tanzania. On arrival: Customs and immigration official are polite are efficient, and a visa for those who require one- can be purchased on the spot at Entebbe international airport or at any overland border. Foreign exchange and ATM facilities are available at the airport, which is also serviced by several shops and restaurant. Most midrange to up market hotels in Kampala and Entebbe will arrange airport transfer by request, as will any tour operators based in or around the capital. Local time is GMT+3. Health: A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required. All visitors should take malaria prophylactic drug. It is advisable to drink bottled rather than tap water at times its always included in the packages to those companies with customer care. Share the link http//www.trekugandasafaris.com Money: The currency is in Uganda shillings, Kenya shillings, Amafaranga for Rwanda and lastly Tanzanian shillings accord to the specified country of your choice. The US dollar is traditionally the hard currency of preferences, but Euro and pounds sterling are widely accepted. Hard currency cash can be changed for local currency at banks and private bureau de change in all large towns, but travelers, cheques are not widely accepted outside Kampala. Local currency can be drawn against visa and other major credit cards at selected ATMs in Kampala, at Entebbe international Airport, and in a few other large towns. Language: Educated Ugandans are generally fluent in English, which is the official language. Of 30-plus different indigenous languages, Luganda serves as something of a lingua franca. When to visit: Uganda can be visited at any time, though mountain hikes, gorilla tracking and other forest walks are more challenging during the rains, which generally peak over mid-September` to November and march to May. What to wear: Day time temperature are generally warm to hot, so bring lots of high clothing’s during evening hours temperatures are cooler, especially at high altitudes, so carry a couple of light sweaters too. Those who wish to hike on the mountain will be exposed to alpine temperature and should pack accordingly. It is also advisable to come with solid walking shoes and sturdy clothing is ideal for forest walk. Lastly but not the least you should come a long with hats, sun glasses and a water proof jacket. Driving: Driving is on the left side of the road. For the visitors who are not experienced using African roads should hire drivers other than self drive. Foods and drinks: African hotels serve good western style meals, while a wider range of cuisines being available in the capital and some larger towns. Local restaurant serve Uganda dishes, typically Ugali (stiff maize porridge) motooke (cooked banana) eaten with stew. What to buy: A wide selection of local handicrafts is available to be given as souvenirs. These includes musical instruments, such as the hide drums made in the vicinity of mpigi as well as the excellent local basketwork among others. Further information: www.trekugandasafaris.com info@trekugandasafaris.com direct line: +256783654766 facebook@trekugandasafaris.com